PARMESAN, LEMON, & PISTACHIO ORZO

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PARMESAN, LEMON, & PISTACHIO ORZO image

Categories     Nut     Side     No-Cook     Quick & Easy

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups hot, cooked orzo pasta (drained well)
3 Tablespoons butter
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 Tablespoons fresh lemon zest
1/3 cup crushed, shelled, dry-roasted & salted pistachios (plus more for garnish, if desired)
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, mix hot orzo with butter and stir to melt, coating orzo. Add cream, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, crushed pistachios, and salt. Stir well to incorporate all ingredients. 2. Serve immediately. Top with extra crushed pistachios, if desired. Serve warm. Makes 4 servings.

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